The Los Angeles Lakers have made a move to address their big-man problem, according to a report from Yahoo Sports on October 28, 2026.
Images released by the team show center Walker Kessler in a Lakers uniform preparing to shoot a free throw during a game against the Golden State Warriors at Crypto.com Arena on October 21, 2026. Forward Kevon Looney is also seen in a Lakers jersey during a preseason game against the Sacramento Kings.
Lakers president of basketball operations Rob Pelinka and head coach JJ Redick held a press conference at the UCLA Health Training Center on September 24, 2026. Further details about the roster move were not immediately disclosed.
